A paper flower wedding arch is a creative way to save money on your decor without sacrificing style. Paper flowers aren’t just cheaper by a long shot, they give you far more flexibility than real, or even silk flowers, do. Below, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about buying, making, or even renting one yourself.
Why go with paper flowers for your wedding arch?
Flowers are pretty much an essential part of every wedding. They add an air of romance and just look beautiful. However, you don’t have to go down the real route. Real flowers are problematic to work with – they don’t last that long, they’re more expensive, and if you’re DIYing, they can be tricky to work with. That’s why florists study their craft for years!
There are alternative options though, don’t worry. Silk flowers, plastic flowers, and even paper flowers look just as lovely. We’ll be focusing on the latter – here’s how you can buy, rent, or create a paper flower wedding arch.
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Buying a paper flower archway
While it’s hard to find an already-assembled paper flower archway, you can easily buy both the flowers and the arch ready-made on their own. After that, it’s just a case of putting them together to fit your vision! Here are some of our favorite ideas for both the arch and the flowers.
Wooden arch
This wooden hexagon arch would be perfect for a more natural look. Obviously, these flowers are not included when you buy. This would make a wonderful centerpiece.ย
- Quantity: 1 Wooden Backdrop Stand + Bag Of Tools Material: Wood Color: Dark Brown Overall Size: 90″H x 90″L x 43.5″W Inner Arch Size: 82″H x 74″L Individual Base Stand: 43.5″L x 4″W Wood Thickness: 1″ Backdrop Stand Weight: 17.65 lbs Capacity: 50 lbs.(max.) Features: High-Quality Wood, Handmade & Easy to assemble. Assembly Required: Yes Instructions Included: Yes
- PREMIUM QUALITY: These stands are made from high-quality premium material. To make things swankier, we have designed it on the master of luster. Strong and sturdy, this elegantly shimmering piece comprises shiny material crafted with the utmost perfection.
- CAPTURES ATTENTION: These stands will add imperial shimmer and surreal sophistication to your backyard. Inspire your guests and invitees with these beautiful stands. The glimmering design will make them appear more tempting and delightful.
Copper wedding arch
As paper flowers don’t have that same natural look to them, you might want to go for a more industrial/modern look. This copper arch is the perfect option.ย
Now, it’s time to look into paper flowers. These incredible designs below have been hand-crafted by Etsy sellers, and look incredible.
- Surround yourself with florals by decorating this simple copper frame wedding arch. Add backdrops bunting or florals to create the look!
- Measuring 2m H x 1.5m W you can use this as a stunning wedding table plan frame or photobooth backdrop for your guests.
White mini paper flowers
These mini white flowers look like they’ve been crafted specifically for a wedding. How amazing do they look?ย
Alternatively, you can choose from other colors like pink and blue – whatever fits your wedding best.
- Great for embellishing clips, headbands, hats, clothes, scrapbook pages, cards, photo albums, bows, craft projects, weddings, parties, brooch, corsage, baby flower headband, headdress flower, DIY work, wreaths, bead curtain decoration, flower basket, etc. Beauty comes from creativity.
- Artificial flowers for wedding home decoration or make your hair clips
- Mini size, each head is approximately 1/2″ across. Perfect for decorating wedding candy box and wedding card, home and garden decoration etc.
Flowers with leaves
It’s not hard to imagine these beauties on your wedding arch.
- Size & Quantity: A set of 14 Pcs, the length of our artificial palm leave is about 20.4โ(52cm). 36 palm fronds clearly layered on per faux stem, creating a forestry and lush natural atmosphere
- Vivid& Realistic looking: Featuring slender stem with realistically formed fronds, our fake palm leaf has a natural looking, which size and color are very close resemblance to the real leaf
- Safe: Upgraded version.You can wash leaves for another use or just retain their original shape. It wonโt bleed any color under rain or discolor under sun. The leaf have a soft and smooth edge
Printable paper flower template
While all of the options above are beautiful there is a downside- most only come in small bunches. So if you want a ton of flowers on your arch, it can get really pricey. In that case, you can always opt for a printable pattern and make your own.ย
Renting a paper flower arch
Renting the arch itself has its own benefits, too. It often works out cheaper, you don’t have to do any labor, and you won’t have to think about it once the big day is over. Of course, if you choose to rent the arch, you have to be super careful about how you secure on the paper flowers – you don’t want to damage it.
Etsy rentals
You can find local sellers on Etsy, which will deliver and even sometimes set up your arch for you. With communication, there is a possibility that design, even with paper flowers, can be completed. Etsy is amazing for that.
You can also find a rental on American Party or other wedding rental sites. Paper flowers, being an unusual request, will likely still have to be completed by you. We recommend securing them on with damage-free tape, or even using fabric to tie them on. Get creative.
DIYing a paper flower wedding arch
Lastly, you can DIY your paper flower arch. This is a cost-effective option, which is actually really fun to practice. Choosing your design is likely the hardest part.
This video showcases the easiest paper flowers to make. Of course, they have quite the cartoonish look to them – but that’s actually a really unique, beautiful alternative.
This video was created with a wedding feel in mind, which ultimately makes it even more helpful. We love that traditional look!
To create paper flowers, all you need is paper or card and a glue gun (and perhaps that template we mentioned above, if you’re not a “wing it” type). It’s arguably one of the easiest and cheapest DIYs for weddings. Being affordable doesn’t mean it looks “cheap”, though. Take a look at these stunning paper flower wedding decorations.
Paper Wedding Archway Inspiration
If you’re drawing a blank on inspiration, check out these beautiful ideas!
A round moment
A lot of you may be worried that your wedding arch may look like a craft. Paper flowers, as seen above can look absolutely stunning, professional, and a little bit quirky.
Rose gold
How stunning do these colours look mixed together? These are giant paper flowers, which with a little pratice, you could definitely craft yourself.
Pink flowers
We actually really love the almost cartoon-like feel to these paper flowers. Again, those gold leaves are such a great idea
A paper flower wall
Now, this is very dramatic, but you can obviously incorporate a similar idea into your wedding. The colours and sizes work SO well. This would look fabulous as a backdrop for photos.
The grand paper flower arch
The grand finale – the most grand paper flower arch you’ll ever see. This is absolutely stunning. A real breath taker.
I hope this helps you buy, rent, or DIY your very own paper flower wedding arch. They have such a unique feel about them, and are definitely worth considering.
Have you ever made a paper flower wedding arch? Share your tips below!
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Last update on 2025-05-23 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
